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MSocSci specialising in Sociology at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This master's degree in sociology is conferred by virtue of a dissertation, within the Faculty of Humanities.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year, full-time  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

A dissertation-based research project in sociology, with a passed research component at honours level required for admission.

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Entry requirements

Honours degree in Sociology, or honours degree in Industrial Sociology, or relevant honours degree (NQF level 8), with a weighted average of at least 70% and a passed research component at honours level. Additional modules and/or an admissions essay may be required.

Duration: 1 year, full-time

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